News, tips, and guides for the Nordic Ski Racer
NordicSkiRacer maintains narrow lead in Brumbaugh Cup
After four races, Team NordicSkiRacer is still leading but is only 9 points ahead of GRNST and 61 points ahead of HHCCSS. Looks like we are in for a real thriller.
By Ernie Brumbaugh
Jan 26, 2024
Weather forces Noquemanon course changes
Course changes have been made to keep skiers safe and to have a high quality event because of deteriorating conditions for water crossing and expected weather.
By Noquemanon Ski Marathon
Jan 25, 2024
Wax recommendations: Noquemanon Ski Marathon and Hickory Hills JNQ races
Mixed precipitation in the days leading up to the Noque will transform the snow, and high humidity will result in significant glazing during all races.
By Mike Muha
Jan 25, 2024
FLASH: Noque shortens 50K to 23K!
The 50K has been shortened to a distance of 23K. The 24K has been shortened to a distance of 23K. The 50K and 24K will ski the exact same course (total distance of 23K).
By Noquemanon Ski Marathon
Jan 25, 2024
Free Junior VASA ski race for ages 5 to 14
This event can be skied in either classic or skate style. Each registered skier will wear a Junior VASA race bib and receive a medal and a goodie bag including a Cherry Republic cookie at the finish.
By Sara Cockrell, Vasa Ski Club Nordic Rocks Coach
Jan 23, 2024
RESULTS: Wakely and Schlimmer win Boyne Classic 10km
The Innsbrook Trail at Boyne Mountain has had it's share of victims over the years. The 10K classic race course starts with a long climb that appears deceptively easy...but it's not.
By Mike Muha
Jan 22, 2024
RESULTS: Mandy Paull and Jorden Wakeley win Cote Dame Marie
It was around 6F at the start of the 2024 Cote Dame Marie at Hanson Hills Recreation Area in Grayling, MI, but the trail was firm and fast...for cold snow
By Mike Muha
Jan 21, 2024
Vasa-Raptors Tuesday race series open to all
This is an opportunity for skiers of all abilities in our community to get together for some healthy competition. This event is put on by the Vasa-Raptors team, but everyone is encouraged to participate!
By Ethan Goss
Jan 19, 2024
Team NordicSkiRacer takes early lead in the Brumbaugh Cup
Team NordicSkiRacer tops the Brumbaugh Cup at the Frosty Freestyle, then extends lead at the Krazy Klassic.
By Ernie Brumbaugh
Jan 19, 2024
Looking for help with US Biathlon Paralympic skier
I am looking for one other volunteer who could function as a guide or as a movement analysis and XC technique instructor to join us because, when I am guiding John, I cannot help him improve his technique.
By Jim Szczygiel
Jan 19, 2024
Cote Dame Marie and Boyne Classic wax recommendations!
Wax recommendations for this weekend's Cote Dame Marie and Boyne Classic Michigan Cup races!
By Mike Muha
Jan 18, 2024
The VASA is all systems go!
The 48th Annual North American Vasa Festival of Races is on schedule for February 10-11th at Timber Ridge Resort. Many skiers were on the Vasa trail this past weekend and have reported excellent early season ski conditions.
By North American Vasa
Jan 17, 2024
